2005 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Buick | Maybach |
Model | Regal | 57 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |